White flour gained a bad rap over recent years, and for good reason. Standard flour or all-purpose flour consists of refined wheat that has been stripped of almost all nutrients like fiber, minerals, and vitamins present in the full grain. As a result, the body digests it quickly, leading to spikes in blood sugar and...
If you still have that post-baby belly months after you’ve given birth, you may have torn your abdominal muscles. Here are seven gentle exercises to help heal your postpartum diastasis recti. Diastasis recti is a post-pregnancy condition where the linea alba (abdominal connective tissue) has separated. This connective tissue between our abdominal muscles is what...
Colon cancer rates are on the rise, especially in people of increasingly younger age. This is why it is critical that we start to educate ourselves more on the colon, the causes of colon cancer, and the signs and symptoms that you may have of this scary illness. One of the early warning signs that...
Our skin, the body’s largest organ, serves as a reflection of our overall health. From rashes and discoloration to dryness and texture, the skin can manifest a wide range of symptoms that can indicate underlying medical conditions. Understanding these manifestations and seeking appropriate medical attention can be crucial in detecting and addressing potential health issues....
This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links Have you ever experienced “butterflies” in your stomach when you’re anxious? There is a real connection between our gut and brain. When we experience emotions like sadness, joy, anger, or anxiety, it can...
Jennifer Aniston is an American actress best known for her role in Friends. The sitcom launched her into stardom, and her career has flourished ever since. Most recently, she starred in the TV series The Morning Show alongside Reese Witherspoon and Steve Carell. But she has expanded beyond acting. She has made many famous brand...
We all know that the secret to a healthy body and maintaining a healthy weight is discipline. It’s in sticking to a nutrition and exercise routine 80% to 90% of the time, while occasionally allowing yourself to splurge a little. In recent guest appearances on The River Cafe’s podcast Table 4, Victoria Beckham discussed some...
Scars – we’ve all got them, particularly scars on our legs. Whether they’re from the rough-and-tumble nature of childhood, playing sports, or simply being clumsy, chances are you’ve got one or two (or more) on your lower limbs. The worst part is that they don’t ever seem to go away. If you’re sick of looking...
Alcohol is so commonplace that many people don’t realize how many activities and events involve drinking. Beer at sports games, wine at dinner parties, champagne at weddings, cocktails at business events, or any type of booze to ‘take the edge off’ after a hard day. Therefore, it might be no surprise that most people don’t...
We have long been taught about the benefits of nature. Children who play outside have better immune systems, are more imaginative or creative and may have more muscle mass than children who play inside all day. Similarly, scientists have found another benefit from exposure to nature, improved mental health. Recently a study has been published...
Nutrition is full of all kinds of nonsense. The worst examples are listed here, but unfortunately, this is just the tip of the iceberg. Here are the top 13 nutrition lies that have made the world both sick and fat. 1. Eggs Are Bad for Your Health Eggs are so incredibly nutritious that they’re often...
It’s hard to imagine the moment of a heart attack. You’re just going about your day, and then suddenly you’re on the ground, unable to breathe or move. That’s exactly what happened to one man who survived the attack–and he caught it all on camera. He posted the video on YouTube back in 2015 and...
